Date Posted: 

September 19, 2014

Salary:

$75,712.00 – $92,040.00 Annually

Description:

The County Librarian plans, organizes and administers a comprehensive program of library services throughout the County, provides leadership and direction to the Library staff; develops and implements the goals and policies of the Library. The work consists of highly complex and responsible professional library management functions.

Some duties of the County Librarian include:

– Plan, organize and direct County public library services under policy direction from the Chief Executive Officer; determines the scope and nature of required library services considering changing community needs, and plans for the extension and modification of library services; confers with officials and groups interested in library services to arrange for facilities and directs the planning and staffing of library branches.

– Prepare annual budget, including estimates of personnel, facilities and equipment needs for the County Library budget; evaluate cost for services and methods which reduce costs; monitor performance in regard to budget parameters and compliance with County, agency and departmental policies; prepare reports on the activities of the library and other special reports as required.

– Direct and evaluate the work of principal subordinates; oversees the operation of the County Library system, and makes administrative decisions as to their acceptability in meeting the goals and objectives of the County Library system.

– Establish and direct a public relations program through personal contacts and library staff to promote library programs, and to provide the public, civic groups, public officials and others with information on library services; attend professional library meetings and conferences.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) from an accredited library school; and six or more years of progressively responsible professional library experience; at least three years of which must have been served in a supervisory/administrative capacity in a public library; or when also possessing the MLS, a combination of related professional library education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

How to Apply:

For more detailed information and instructions on how to apply, please visit our website at http://www.co.mendocino.ca.us/hr/openings.htm. EOE

Filing Deadline:

Fri. 10/17/14 11:59 PM Pacific Time